Chapter 109: The Road to Enlightenment

The vast sea of thunder stretched endlessly into the horizon.

Having shattered the three trials of thunder tribulations from his predecessors, Lin Jiufeng's body and soul underwent a metamorphosis, as if experiencing a baptism, growing ever stronger.

The Thunder Dao enveloped his entire being, aiding him in resisting and absorbing the harm caused by the thunder tribulation.

At this moment, Lin Jiufeng no longer feared the combined power of the thunder tribulations unleashed by the dozens of powerful figures. Standing firm in the void, he was struck by the thunder, yet it could not harm him. Instead, it continuously tempered his body. 

His body was shattered by the strikes, but in the next moment, his blood surged, rapidly regenerating, and everything was restored.

It was as though Lin Jiufeng had become immortal.

With each strike and subsequent restoration, his body grew stronger.

His soul was also bathed in the thunder tribulation, purifying its essence, making it brighter, more powerful, and more resilient.

At this moment, Lin Jiufeng began practicing all the techniques he had learned throughout his cultivation.

From the very beginning, the "Feather Transformation Ascension Sutra" took shape, and a series of profound techniques appeared in his hands. The Dao flowed and became increasingly radiant under the thunder strikes.

The Feather Transformation Ascension Sutra began to evolve under the thunder tribulation, transforming toward the path of mortal realms.

Lin Jiufeng carefully contemplated the Dao, weaving through countless techniques, condensing them through the tribulation.

At this moment, the sound of the Dao echoed in the void, refining Lin Jiufeng's techniques.

Endless vitality, Dragon Elephant Force, Grass and Wood Sword Technique, Soul Transcendence Method, Ten Yama Kings, Mountain-Sealing Seal...

These techniques began their transformation under the thunder tribulation.

Simultaneously, the four unique phenomena Lin Jiufeng had comprehended also changed. Under the thunder tribulation, these phenomena grew even more terrifying.

At this moment, Lin Jiufeng laid his Dao across the void, each technique forming a shining star, illuminating the world of thunder tribulation.

He forged the classics in one furnace, containing myriad paths within one body.

The thunder tribulation raged on, yet it no longer posed a threat to Lin Jiufeng.

His techniques transformed into mortal paths, further enhancing his power.

The pinnacle of the Eleven Bans!

At this moment, Lin Jiufeng stood at the absolute peak of the mortal realm.

In the thunder tribulation world, the sky was filled with countless stars, causing all the experts in the mortal realm to gasp in awe.

"The God of the Mortal World, truly invincible!" 

A thousand words could only be distilled into this one phrase.

Finally, Lin Jiufeng soared into the sky, entering the center of the thunder tribulation. With a single motion, he swallowed the entire storm of thunder into his body, refining it and converting it into nourishment.

At that moment, the thunder tribulation vanished, and eternal night descended. Lin Jiufeng stood in the void, gazing at the heavens. The stars were endless, the galaxies infinite, and his power and realm stood at the pinnacle of the mortal world.

Looking up at the starry sky, Lin Jiufeng had a sense that, somewhere deep within, a force or a world was calling him, drawing him in, urging him to forsake everything and ascend to the next level.

He knew that it was the Dimension Battlefield calling him in.

The Dimension Battlefield was beckoning him.

However, Lin Jiufeng calmed himself, hiding his strength and returning to a state of tranquility. The calling vanished.

Although he was now invincible in the mortal realm, many things were still unresolved. Leaving at this moment would not be wise.

In the next instant, Lin Jiufeng took a step forward and vanished into the void, leaving behind a world shaped by thunder tribulation.

He returned to the Feather Transformation Sect.

Teleportation!

This ability, granted to him after passing the tribulation and reaching the peak of the Eleven Bans, allowed him to tear through space with ease.

Feather Transformation Sect, Scripture Hall.

Upon returning, Lin Jiufeng saw the Sacred Beast Qilin and the White Fox.

The Sacred Beast Qilin said joyfully, "Congratulations, you've passed such a powerful thunder tribulation, you're truly invincible in the mortal world now."

The White Fox did not speak but immediately jumped into Lin Jiufeng's arms, affectionately curling around his neck.

Lin Jiufeng gently stroked the White Fox and said warmly, "The tribulation is over, and the prisoners from the Dimension Prison have been dealt with. The mortal world remains as it was."

The Sacred Beast Qilin sighed, "Only you could have done this. Any other person would have failed, and the criminals from the Hundred Clans would have wreaked havoc in the mortal world. You've averted a disaster."

Lin Jiufeng shook his head. "Those criminals from the Hundred Clans were released by my disciples from the Feather Transformation Sect. As their martial uncle, I naturally had to step in to clean up the mess. Although everything is settled now, the innocent citizens who perished because of them... it's a debt we, the Feather Transformation Sect, owe to them."

Thinking of the innocent lives lost to the Hundred Clan criminals, Lin Jiufeng felt deep guilt.

"Senior Brother, you have a kind heart. There's no need to blame yourself," said Bai Yunfei, who arrived in time. "The victims' families will be taken care of by the Feather Transformation Sect. We'll provide them with the best resolution as compensation."

Lin Jiufeng nodded in approval of Bai Yunfei's decision.

Wen Xinyun also arrived and said with regret, "Martial Uncle, I..."

Lin Jiufeng gently said, "No one wanted this to happen, there's no need to feel too guilty. We couldn't have predicted that the Dimension Prison and the mortal world would intersect at that moment. You didn't do it intentionally. The matter is settled now. Take time to rest, do good deeds, and as long as you remain true to yourself, that's all that matters."

Wen Xinyun's eyes turned red, but she nodded and looked at Lin Jiufeng with affection.

"Martial Uncle, your body is so strong now. How much Dragon Elephant Force do you have?" asked Yue Dashan curiously.

Lin Jiufeng shook his head. "I no longer have any Dragon Elephant Force within me."

"What is that, then?" Yue Dashan asked.

Lin Jiufeng remained silent but then pointed a finger at Yue Dashan's forehead.

Boom!

Yue Dashan's mind suddenly stirred as he received a message from Lin Jiufeng.

The Demon God Body Refining Technique!

Yue Dashan, with his indomitable physical strength, would have no trouble cultivating this technique. Lin Jiufeng did not hold back and shared his insights on it.

Yue Dashan exclaimed in excitement, "Thank you, Martial Uncle, for imparting this technique!"

Lin Jiufeng smiled and, seeing that the higher-ups of the Feather Transformation Sect were present, said, "Since everyone is here, I will now share all my techniques and cultivation insights with you."

Upon hearing this, everyone was overjoyed, sitting in front of Lin Jiufeng like obedient students, quietly listening.

Bai Yunfei, Wen Xinyun, Zhou Tianzi, Yue Dashan, Daoist Old Sheep, Sacred Beast Qilin, White Fox...

Lin Jiufeng looked at them and prepared to begin.

At that moment, a sincere voice rang out, "Senior, I wonder if I might have the honor of listening to your teachings?"

It was the voice of the Drunken Fool. He appeared in front of the Feather Transformation Sect with a respectful demeanor.

Lin Jiufeng smiled and said, "Of course. The more one teaches, the clearer the Dao becomes. If you want to listen, come."

"Senior, your broad heart humbles me," the Drunken Fool said with admiration. He approached the Scripture Hall, performed a disciple's salute to Lin Jiufeng, and sat down quietly.

"Senior, I've also come," the Peach Blossom Mountain Daoist and the Silent Zen Master arrived together.

The Confucian Scholar of the Mortal Realm also crossed space and arrived, respectfully bowing to Lin Jiufeng and sitting down quietly.

Other experts from the mortal world would never miss such an opportunity. They all gathered at the Feather Transformation Sect, adopting a disciple's posture and silently listening.

Lin Jiufeng welcomed them all and began his lecture.